Gators Softball HC Tim Walton Ejected vs. Texas Tech in Super Regional
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Florida Gators' head coach Tim Walton was ejected in the fifth inning of the Super Regional game against Texas Tech after arguing a strike zone call, with the Gators ultimately losing 16-7 and ending their season.
- The intense series featured multiple heated moments, including infielder Mia Williams being hit by pitches five times and a home run that led to warnings for the Texas Tech dugout.
- Texas Tech secured their Women's College World Series berth by taking control early, scoring multiple home runs and building a nine-run lead by the fifth inning.
- Florida's pitching struggled, with starter Keegan Rothrock allowing seven earned runs in just two innings, contributing to the Gators being run-ruled.
- Florida concludes their 2026 season with a 52-11 record, missing the Women's College World Series for the first time in two years.